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Climate technology. Interactive robotics. Automation.
From concept through production. Deployment — we build what matters.

01Climate Technology
02Interactive Robotics
03Robotics & Automation
01Climate Technology
02Interactive Robotics
03Robotics & Automation
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What We Do

Climate Technology

Carbon capture systems, renewable energy infrastructure, and sustainable process engineering that accelerates the transition to net zero.

Interactive Robotics

Event activations, interactive physical-digital installations, and ruggedized mechatronics — from bench prototype to live deployment.

Robotics & Automation

Industrial automation, autonomous systems, and custom robotic platforms engineered for reliability in demanding environments.

ConceptPrototypeReality

We don't just consult. We engineer solutions from first principles — and we ship.

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What We Bring to the Table

Services &
Capabilities

Fischer Innovations provides end-to-end engineering consulting — from feasibility studies and concept design through prototyping, testing, and production support. We work across three core domains, united by a commitment to rigorous engineering and practical results.

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Climate Technology

Green Engineering

We design and develop systems that directly address the climate crisis. We worked on North America's first fully-integrated Direct Air Capture (DAC) facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada. We bring mechanical, automation, and systems engineering expertise to projects that demand both innovation and regulatory compliance.

Capabilities

  • Direct air capture (DAC) system design
  • Data logging and appropriate cloud data storage
  • Thermal system optimization
  • Process flow engineering & simulation
  • Supplier sourcing and engagement
  • Subcontractor and project management
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Interactive Robotics

Engaging Mechatronics

From early-stage concept through event deployment, we develop interactive mechatronic experiences that merge reliable engineering with novel consumer engagement. Our team navigates the complexities of real-time computer vision, mechatronic safety, and robust system architecture to create unforgettable physical interactions.

Capabilities

  • Interactive mechatronics concept & design
  • Real-time computer vision integration
  • Pneumatic & fluid delivery systems
  • Rapid prototyping & functional testing
  • Automated physical-digital interaction
  • Event-ready ruggedized hardware
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Robotics & Automation

Intelligent Systems

We build robotic systems and automated solutions for manufacturing, field operations, and research applications. Our approach emphasizes robust mechanical design, reliable control systems, and practical integration — machines that work on Monday morning, not just during demos.

Capabilities

  • Custom robotic platform design
  • Industrial automation & controls
  • Motion planning & sensor integration
  • End-effector & tooling design
  • System integration & commissioning
  • Control panel design and construction

Across Every Project

CAD & Simulation

SolidWorks, OnShape, Numerical Analyses — model it before you build it.

Rapid Prototyping

3D printing, CNC machining, and functional prototype validation.

Testing & Validation

Environmental, mechanical, and electrical testing protocols.

DFM / DFA

Design for manufacturing and assembly from day one.

Work That Speaks For Itself

Case
Studies

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Project
Juniper

North Las Vegas, NV

Client Clairity Technology
Timeline 2024 – 2025
Discipline Electronics / Mechanical / Controls
Status Operational (May 2025)

The Challenge

Project Juniper was North America's first fully-integrated Direct Air Capture (DAC) and sequestration facility — a 100 t/yr CO₂ removal plant built by Clairity Technology in North Las Vegas, Nevada. The system needed to capture carbon dioxide directly from ambient air, process it, and permanently sequester it — all within a single, self-contained facility.

We were responsible for the complete electronics architecture and significant portions of the mechanical design. The facility had to go from bare warehouse to fully operational in an aggressive timeline, with every control system, sensor integration, and mechanical subsystem designed, built, and commissioned on site.

Automated crane traversal along the 47' runway

Our Approach

We designed and delivered the facility's entire electronic nervous system — from industrial control panel layout and fabrication through full PLC programming, SCADA, HMI development, and networking. The architecture is built on Beckhoff controllers with EtherCAT-compliant communications, giving us deterministic, high-speed control across every subsystem.

  • Industrial control panel design, layout, and fabrication
  • Complete facility wiring and sensor integration — temperature, pressure, humidity, CO₂ analysis, flow rate, localization, and more
  • All PLC code, SCADA, HMI, and EtherCAT networking (Beckhoff architecture)
  • SQL database architecture for operational data logging
  • Crane specification and electrical interfacing — bypassing the OEM control pendant to drive the crane directly
  • Crane localization to ±0.05″ over a 47' maximum runway length, including custom control algorithms and tuning
  • Mechanical design of all crane attachments — welded bottom-running trolley assemblies, spreader bar, and branded guidance sleeve
  • Twist-lock interlocking system with servo integration
  • Robust wiring solutions for moving crane components
  • Support for air handling, oven, gas recovery, and mineralization electronics
Project Juniper facility interior — crane system and engineering workstations

Results

100 t/yr CO₂ Removed
65 Days Site Install
±0.05″ Crane Precision

Project Juniper was fully operational as of May 2025 — installed on site in just 65 days. The automated crane system localizes to within five-hundredths of an inch over a 47-foot runway, enabling precise, repeatable handling of the DAC modules throughout the capture-and-sequestration cycle.

Automated lift sequence — crane engaging and raising a DAC module

Hands-On Commissioning

As with every project we take on, we were physically present for the entire installation — on the scissor lift running conduit, driving the forklift to position equipment, and hands-on commissioning every system from first power-up through final acceptance. Full documentation, contractor coordination, and regulatory inspections were managed directly by our team.

Beckhoff PLC control panel — industrial controls architecture
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Cocktail Robot

Oakland, CA

Client Beverage Brand Sponsor
Timeline 4 Months
Discipline Hardware / Software Interaction
Status Event Deployed

The Challenge

Our client needed an interactive, highly engaging physical installation to advertise their alcoholic beverages in a completely novel way at major events and parties. They wanted something that would draw a crowd, encourage social media sharing, and deliver an unforgettable brand experience.

Our answer was the Shot Robot — an irreverent machine designed with a single, unapologetic goal: to automatically shoot drinks straight into the user's facehole from across the room.

Our Approach

To safely and accurately shoot a stream of liquid 3 to 4 meters across a room, we combined high-precision mechatronics with real-time computer vision.

The core of the system uses a camera and facial detection algorithms to map the user's mouth. Once locked on, the robot actuates stepper motors to aim the nozzle perfectly. A high-pressure pneumatic system then fires a controlled volumetric dose of the beverage precisely at the target.

The Minisite Experience

The interaction didn't end once the drink was caught. The entire event was captured by the robot's secondary camera system, which instantly generated a personalized minisite for each user, texting them a personal link.

Users were provided with photos, slow-motion videos, and animated GIFs of their successful catch, complete with superimposed sponsor branding. These high-quality assets were optimized for immediate sharing on social media, amplifying the brand's reach far beyond the physical event space.

User reaction GIF

The Party Environment

Deployed as an interactive installation, the robot became the centerpiece of the room. It successfully merged precision engineering with consumer entertainment, proving that industrial automation concepts can be applied to create fundamentally joyful, irreverent human experiences.

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Rotating Spirits
Shelving

San Francisco, CA

Client Bottle Club Pub
Location Geary St, San Francisco
Discipline Mechanical / Electrical / Automation
Status Operational

The Challenge

The Bottle Club Pub needed a show-stopping bottle display system for their collection of over 650 spirits — one that could rotate continuously, showcase every bottle to patrons, and integrate seamlessly into the bar's existing architecture. The shelves needed to carry significant weight while moving smoothly, and power had to reach the integrated LED lighting on each shelf despite constant motion.

Beyond the engineering complexity, the system had to be installed within the constraints of an active construction site, coordinating with other trades and preparing for a tight opening timeline.

Our Approach

We designed a motorized shelving system from the ground up, using a novel method for routing electrical power to the moving shelves — enabling integrated LED backlighting without trailing cables or slip rings. The mechanical design prioritized smooth, near-silent rotation under full load.

  • Custom mechanical design for floor-to-ceiling rotating shelf assemblies
  • Novel power delivery method for lighting on continuously moving shelves
  • Full electronics integration — motor controllers, LED power, and safety systems
  • Onsite installation leadership, including directing the welding team
  • Complete system commissioning and handover
Time-lapse: shelving installation on site

See It In Motion

The finished system — three floor-to-ceiling rotating shelf assemblies, backlit and fully loaded with over 650 bottles.

Results

650+ Bottles Displayed
24/7 Continuous Operation
4.5★ Venue Rating

The rotating shelving has become the signature feature of the Bottle Club Pub. Patrons and reviewers consistently describe it as "mesmerizing" and "the star feature" of the bar — with the mechanical shelves stocked with hundreds of glowing bottles slowly cycling from floor to ceiling, creating a theatrical backdrop that bartenders skillfully work with throughout the night.

The Person Behind the Engineering

About
Fischer Innovations

Will Fischer — Owner & Lead Engineer Will Fischer

Will Fischer

Owner & Lead Engineer

I'm a mechanical engineer who's spent nearly his entire career inside early-stage startups — the kind with 2–20 people, no safety net, and a launch date that was yesterday. I love those companies. Building their technologies, stretching their budgets, and shipping products that actually work is what gets me out of bed in the morning.

I hold a BS and an MME in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. I'm also a registered US Patent Agent (#74827) — because sometimes the best thing you can design is the legal protection around it. I'm a multiply patented inventor in nanotechnology, with patents pending in industries like pet care and more filings on the way.

My sweet spot? Mechanical design that's elegant under the hood and simple to deploy. I build innovative solutions fast, and I'm not above grabbing a welding helmet or climbing a scissor lift to get the job done. If your team needs a pinch hitter in Europe — someone who can think, design, and build — you've found your guy.

When I'm not engineering, I make the best Texas-style chili in Europe (this claim is non-negotiable) and I've built several cocktail robots, including The Blaster — a machine that uses facial detection to fire a shot of alcohol across the room into your mouth. Yes, really.

Education BS & MME, Mechanical Engineering — Rice University · MBA — UChicago Booth
Credentials US Patent Agent #74827 · Licensed Forklift & MEWP Operator
Experience 15+ years across nanotechnology, climate tech, medical devices, robotics & automation
Based In Berlin, Germany — serving clients worldwide
Languages English (native) · German (professional)
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Philosophy

Even the Boring Stuff Can Be Fun!

Tolerancing a drawing? Writing an assembly protocol? Sourcing PLC components? Bring it on. The "boring" stuff is what separates products that ship from products that don't — and we genuinely enjoy getting it right. If you're having fun, you're paying attention.

Innovate in All Things

Innovation isn't reserved for the headline feature. It belongs in the fixture design, the assembly sequence, the vendor negotiation, and the test plan. We look for a better way to do everything — not just the glamorous parts.

Work With Integrity and Communication

No surprises, no spin. We tell you what's working, what isn't, and what it'll take to fix it. Good engineering starts with trust, and trust starts with honest, proactive communication — especially when the news is hard.

Let's Build Something

Get In
Touch

Have a project in mind? Need engineering expertise for a critical challenge? We'd love to hear about it.

Phone (US) (214) 636-1130
Phone (DE) +49 162 213 5660
Location Berlin, Germany
Dallas, TX, USA